Maximise Water Savings with the Busselton Weather-based Irrigation Controller Rebate 2025-26
- Clinton Wilkinson
- Oct 13
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 13
As a Busselton Water residential customer, you have a valuable opportunity to make your garden smarter, save water, and reduce your household bills. The Busselton Weather-based Irrigation Controller Rebate program is designed to incentivise the move to high-efficiency watering systems, offering up to $300 towards the cost, set up, and programming of eligible products. With outdoor watering often accounting for a significant portion of household consumption, switching to a weather-based or "smart" controller is one of the most effective steps you can take toward a truly waterwise home.
Key Benefits of a Weather-Based Irrigation Controller
Modern weather-based controllers—also known as smart controllers—represent a major leap forward from traditional timers. Instead of operating on a fixed, pre-set schedule, these advanced units automatically adjust your watering times based on real-time and forecasted local weather conditions. They may use Wi-Fi to access local weather data or be connected to specific sensors. This proactive approach ensures your garden only receives the water it needs, preventing overwatering during rainy periods. In fact, trials have shown that smart controllers can reduce garden water use by approximately 15%. By making this single upgrade, you invest in a healthier garden, save on your water bill, and contribute to the vital conservation of local water resources.
Understanding Eligibility for the Busselton Water Controller Rebate
This limited-time offer is available exclusively to residential property owners who are customers of Busselton Water and are connected to Scheme Water. If your property uses a bore for garden or lawn watering, you may not be eligible.
The current program year (2025-26) runs from 1 October 2025 to 31 May 2026. However, there is a strict limit, with Busselton Water offering a total of just 20 rebates. This constraint is a strong incentive for eligible homeowners to act quickly before the allocation is exhausted.
The approved weather-based irrigation controller or module products are models from leading brands such as Hunter (e.g., HC, Pro-HC, HPC, HCC), Orbit (e.g., B-HYVE), and Rain Bird (e.g., ESP with LNK2).
Your Essential 3-Step Guide to Claiming the Rebate
The application process is designed to ensure the new equipment is installed and programmed to the highest standards, guaranteeing you maximise your water savings.
Step 1: Engage a Waterwise Garden Irrigator
The rebate covers not only the product but also the crucial set-up and programming. This service must be completed by an endorsed Waterwise Garden Irrigator like Retic Smart. Busselton Water partners with Irrigation Australia to provide a list of endorsed contractors, making it easy to find a local specialist.
Step 3: Submit Your Application Documents
Once the installation and programming are complete, the Waterwise Garden Irrigator will provide you with a completed Checklist, which must be signed by both you (the customer) and the irrigator. You will need to submit the following documents to Busselton Water to finalise your claim:
The completed application form.
The paid tax invoice/s for the eligible product and service.
The signed Controller Programming Checklist.
The successful application will result in a rebate of up to $300 credited to your Busselton Water account.
Take Action
Don't miss your chance to secure one of the 20 available rebates. Take advantage of this limited-time offer to save water, save money, and update your home with smart technology. For the full terms and conditions, a list of eligible products, and to download the application form, visit the Waterwise Offers section of the Busselton Water website.
Ready to take the next step towards a smarter, more water-efficient garden? Retic Smart is a recognised and endorsed Waterwise Garden Irrigator with the expertise to guide you through the entire process—from recommending the perfect eligible controller model to ensuring its professional setup and programming, including the mandatory checklist sign-off. Contact Retic Smart today to book your consultation and let a certified specialist handle the details, guaranteeing you save precious water and secure your savings before the limited rebate allocation is exhausted.
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